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Girls Like Us
288 pages, 2012
Rachel Lloyd was only thirteen when she found herself in the sex trade. The second of six children, Lloyd grew up in a working-class family. When her parents separated, she and her siblings moved with their mother to New York's Long Island neighborhood.
One day, a girl approached Lloyd and three friends, offering them candy and money if they would go with her to a nearby house. It seemed innocent enough: they went along and were promised even more candy and money to have their photographs taken.
But instead, an adult man emerged from the house and sat the girls down against their will for what seemed like hours, only to walk away as if nothing had happened.
Girls Like Us by Rachel Lloyd offers a deep look into the world of commercial sexual exploitation. It's a chance to see the harsh realities faced by many young girls and women, and understand the factors that lead them into this life.
Rachel Lloyd emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding. She shows how these qualities can help victims of exploitation find their way out and rebuild their lives. It's a call to action for everyone to be more compassionate and understanding.
The book explores how societal and systemic issues contribute to the problem of sexual exploitation. It's a chance to research and understand how factors like poverty, racism, and lack of education play a role in this issue.
Girls Like Us is also a story of personal transformation and resilience. Rachel Lloyd shares her own journey from victim to advocate, inspiring readers to believe in the power of change and resilience.
The book highlights the importance of advocacy and support for victims of sexual exploitation. It encourages readers to take a stand, get involved, and provide the necessary support to help these girls and women reclaim their lives.
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Girls Like Us is a powerful, raw narrative that unveils the dark world of domestic sex trafficking. It's a must-read for anyone who cares about justice and human rights.
Nicholas Kristof - Journalist, AuthorRachel Lloyd's Girls Like Us is a deeply moving account of a survivor's journey. It's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
Gloria Steinem - Feminist, ActivistGirls Like Us is a heart-wrenching, yet hopeful narrative that exposes the underbelly of a global issue. It's a call to action for all of us.
Eve Ensler - Playwright, ActivistGirls Like Us is a compelling, eye-opening book that offers a profound look into the lives of young women caught in the web of human trafficking.
Ashley Judd - Actress, ActivistGirls Like Us is a riveting, heartbreaking book that shines a light on the dark, hidden world of sex trafficking. It's a wake-up call for society.
Mira Sorvino - Actress, ActivistRecommendations
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